An introduction to Hebrew grammar, vocabulary and syntax for the graduate student. Offered alternate years.

A continuation of Beginning Hebrew I. Offered alternate years.

Further study of grammar and syntax including extensive exegesis of the narrative portions of the Old Testament. Offered alternate years.

A continuation of Intermediate Hebrew I. Offered alternate years.

Study in a special topic in Old Testament.

A study of a subject not addressed by a regular course that is initiated by the student through a written prospectus of the proposed study and the securing of an appropriate sponsoring faculty member to supervise and evaluate the study. Up to a maximum of four units may be applied toward the degree requirements.

An introduction to Greek grammar, vocabulary and syntax for the graduate student. Offered alternate years.

A continuation of Beginning Greek I. Offered alternate years.

Further study of grammar and syntax, including extensive exegesis of selected Johannine and Pauline texts. Offered alternate years.

A continuation of Intermediate Greek I. Offered alternate years.

Study in a special topic in New Testament.

An individualized study initiated by the student who must develop a written prospectus of the proposed study and secure an appropriate sponsoring faculty member to supervise and evaluate the study. A maximum of four units may be applied toward the degree requirements.

Study in a special topic in theology and ethics.

An individualized study initiated by the student who must develop a written prospectus of the proposed study and secure an appropriate sponsoring faculty member to supervise and evaluate the study. Up to a maximum of three units may be applied toward the degree requirements.

An exploration of Spirituality throughout church history that includes examples from Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant (including Pentecostal) traditions.

An examination of the theological foundation for spiritual formation and an exploration of the spiritual practices as a means of grace for personal growth, communal spirituality, and faithful service.

The course introduces and develops foundational understandings and resources necessary to explore the practice of spiritual direction, and seeks to assist persons in discerning the ways that God is present and at work in their lives.

An examination of change within congregations and religious organizations with a view toward understanding systematically the relationship between the organization and its environment. Alternate strategic planning, problem solving and program evaluation models will be explored in light of intentional mission and ministry.

An exploration of team development and conflict management in relation to leadership effectiveness with an emphasis on team dynamics, the nature of conflict, and strategies of assessment and intervention.

This course examines how character development and spirituality can enable leaders to become more authentic in their working relationships and more effective as transformational leaders through their organizations.

This interdisciplinary study, integrating theology and praxis, seeks to develop a theology of mission based on the premise that the unifying theme of Scripture is embodied in the concept of the Kingdom of God introduced in the Old Testament, fulfilled in the ministry of Jesus Christ in the New Testament, and demonstrated to the world through the life and actions of a believing community empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Study in a special topic in leadership studies.

An individualized study initiated by the student who must develop a written prospectus of the proposed study and secure an appropriate sponsoring faculty member to supervise and evaluate the study. Up to a maximum of three units may be applied toward the degree requirements.

Mutual investigation of one topic in cross-cultural ministry of particular relevance to graduate students in leadership studies.

The course offers a supervised learning experience in a field based ministry setting. Students will be involved in a mentoring relationship with a leader engaged in student ministry as well as a faculty supervisor. Ministry development will be learned through constructing a theology of student ministries, combined with application of that theology through involvement in planning, administering and operating a student ministries program, regular mentoring sessions (both individual and group), reading an approved bibliography, writing reflective essays, and assessment of learning documented in a portfolio. A minimum of 125 hours of ‘time on task’ per 3 unit course is required. The course may be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

The course offers a supervised learning experience in a field based ministry setting. Students will be involved in a mentoring relationship with a leader engaged in Church Administration Ministries as well as a faculty supervisor. Ministry development will be learned through constructing a theology of church administration, combined with application of that theology through involvement in planning, administering and operating a church administration program, regular mentoring sessions (both individual and group), reading an approved bibliography, writing reflective essays, and assessment of learning documented in a portfolio. Aminimum of 125 hours of ‘time on task’ per 3 unit course is required. The course may be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

The course offers a supervised learning experience in a field based ministry setting. Students will be involved in a mentoring relationship with a leader engaged in Worship Leadership Ministries as well as a faculty supervisor. Ministry development will be learned through constructing a theology of church administration, combined with application of that theology through involvement in planning, administering and operating a Worship Leadership program, regular mentoring sessions (both individual and group), reading an approved bibliography, writing reflective essays, and assessment of learning documented in a portfolio. A minimum of 125 hours of ‘time on task’ per 3 unit course is required. The coursemay be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

The course offers a supervised learning experience in a field based ministry setting. Students will be involved in a mentoring relationship with a leader engaged in Family Life and Small Group Ministries as well as a faculty supervisor. Ministry development will be learned through constructing a theology of Family Life and Small Group Ministries, combined with application of that theology through involvement in planning, administering and operating a Family Life and Small Group Ministries program, regular mentoring sessions (both individual and group), reading an approved bibliography, writing reflective essays, and assessment of learning documented in a portfolio. A minimum of 125 hours of ‘time on task’ per 3 unit course is required. The course may be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

The course offers a supervised learning experience in a field based ministry setting. Students will be involved in a mentoring relationship with a leader engaged Pastoral Leadership Ministries as well as a faculty supervisor. Ministry development will be learned through constructing a theology of Pastoral Leadership, combined with application of that theology through involvement in planning, administering and operating a Pastoral Leadership program, regular mentoring sessions (both individual and group), reading an approved bibliography, writing reflective essays, and assessment of learning documented in a portfolio. A minimum of 125 hours of ‘time on task’ per 3 unit course is required. The course may be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units.